Driver's License

Illinois releases a temporary visitor driver’s license (TVDL). This is intended for people who are ineligible for a social security number. For more information, visit the Illinois DMV , or view the Department of Homeland Security’s Fact Sheet on applying for a driver’s license.

Can I apply for an Illinois Driver’s License without a SSN?

A Social Security Number is not required to obtain a State of Illinois Drivers License. Internationals (F-1, F-2, J-1, J-2, among others) in Illinois may obtain a Temporary Visitor Drivers License (TVDL) from various locations in the state. To apply, you will need to visit the Social Security Administration to request a letter stating that you are not eligible for an SSN, this is known as a Form L-676. If, however, you are eligible for a SSN, then you must apply for and receive the SSN before applying for a state driver’s license.

International Driver’s Permit

An IDP allows an individual to drive a private motor vehicle in another country, only when accompanied by a valid driver’s license. It is a recognizable form of identification valid in over 150 countries.